Statistics

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among people ages 10 -24 and has been increasing every year since 2007.
More than 700,000 people die due to suicide each year.
Nearly 20% of high school students report serious thoughts of suicide and 9% have made an attempt to take their lives.
Child trafficking victims, whether for labor, sex or organ trafficking, come from all backgrounds, include both boys and girls and span a wide age range from 1 to 18 years old.
In 2020, firearms accounted for 52.83% of all suicide deaths.
There is one suicide death in the US every 11.5 minutes.
If you or someone you know are having thoughts of harming yourself, please reach our for help National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255